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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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